Dr. Jared Gorfinkel, OR Psychologist
Compassionate psychologist for parenting and life changes
Book with Jared- Years in practice
- 7
- Credentials
- OR Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Oregon
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- LGBT
- Focus
- Family conflicts
- Focus
- Grief
About Jared
Dr. Jared Gorfinkel is an Oregon psychologist who helps people facing parenting concerns, LGBT-related issues, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship problems. Dr.
Gorfinkel emphasizes a calm, nonjudgmental approach so people can talk honestly about what worries them. The first meeting is used to understand the immediate problem and figure out a practical way forward. In sessions Dr.
Gorfinkel keeps language simple and direct. Conversations focus on everyday situations - what is happening at home, what thoughts come up, and what small changes might help.
Background and approach
He uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and practices from mindfulness therapy to reduce stress in the moment. Dr. Gorfinkel also draws on client-centered principles, which means he prioritizes the person's experience and pace.
Over time he may explore deeper patterns that show up in relationships, using elements of psychodynamic therapy when it feels useful. Treatment plans are practical and adjusted as needs change. He has seven years of professional experience as an OR Psychologist 3476 in Oregon.
People seeking support can expect clear explanations, collaborative goal-setting, and a focus on skills that can be tried between sessions. Dr. Gorfinkel aims to help parents and individuals build coping strategies that fit their daily lives.
Therapy can address specific issues like intimacy-related concerns, attachment or family-of-origin difficulties, body image, and compassion fatigue. He also works with people navigating kink and alternative sex culture, gender dysphoria, chronic illness, and the complex emotions of guilt or abandonment.
What Jared works with
Everything Jared lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Jared helps people with.
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
Approaches Jared lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the person's lead. In practice this means online sessions start by asking what matters most to you and shaping each meeting around your goals. It is useful for people who want a supportive space to work through parenting strain, identity questions, or family conflict.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, helps identify patterns of thought and behavior that get in the way. Online CBT sessions can include thought records, simple experiments to try between meetings, and concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, or stress. Mindfulness therapy offers short, practical exercises to reduce overwhelm and bring attention back to the present moment; these can be practiced during or between online sessions to lower reactivity and improve coping.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Gorfinkel will discuss options based on your needs, goals, and preferences and adjust methods as you go. He aims to try practical tools quickly and refine what works best together.
Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be helpful when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief updates, real-time support, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy family schedules and daily life.
Questions people ask about Jared
What concerns does this therapist help with?
He supports people with parenting questions, LGBT-related concerns, grief, depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, trauma and intimacy-related issues.
What is the general style of therapy?
Sessions are conversational and practical, focusing on clear steps you can try between meetings. The tone is nonjudgmental and paced to each person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional work experience as an Oregon psychologist.
What credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is listed as OR Psychologist 3476 and practices in Oregon.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.
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